Ffrench's Bank was originally founded in Tuam in 1804 by Sir Thomas Ffrench. Here is a rare £1 note from 1809 with Thomas Ffrench as lead partner (now described as Rt Hon Lord Ffrench) and partners Henry Edmond Taafe, Michael Morris, William Keary and Hon Charles Ffrench.

Yes, the note has a different design but the vignette depicting a female figure is similar to that used on later notes. From the attached examples of the vignette from later Tuam and Dublin notes, it can be seen that the figure is surrounded by ears of wheat. It seems likely that the female figure is a representation of Ceres, Roman Goddess of the harvest.

Here is a rare unissued Tuam Bank 3 Guinea Post Bill with Thomas Ffrench as lead partner. In 1805, Sir Thomas became Lord Thomas, a title he inherited upon the death of his mother. However, the title Lord Ffrench does not appear to be used on banknotes until about 1809. The partnership listings on this 3 Guinea note place the print date in the range 1806-1808.

Here is an example of a rare unissued silver note printed during the early days of the bank. Thomas Ffrench is listed as the sole partner on this note for 3 Shillings & 9 Pence Halfpenny (1/6th Guinea). The year of printing is most likely 1804 as silver notes were discontinued in 1805.